Summary

Dr. Rakesh Sindhi treats impaired immunity, autoimmune hepatitis, and necrotizing colitis and has practiced surgery for 47 years. He is affiliated with UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh and sees patients in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Dr. Sindhi is board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery. He earned his medical degree from Armed Forces Medical College, completed residencies at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center (1988) and Tufts Medical Center (1993), and a fellowship at the University of Nebraska College of Medicine (1995). He speaks English and Hindi. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Sindhi 4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 47 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Hindi
  • University of Nebraska College of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

UVA Health Transplant Center

1300 Jefferson Park Ave Fl 1Charlottesville, VA 22903
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks English, Hindi
Charlottesville , VACharlottesville , VACharlottesville , VACharlottesville , VA
Med School: Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Rakesh K Sindhi

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Empire Plan
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Univera Healthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Rakesh K Sindhi has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Rakesh K Sindhi has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Pediatrics
  • Transplant Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Rakesh K Sindhi holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Florida, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. They are board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2026, an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026, and an expired medical license in the state of Virginia that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Nebraska College of Medicine in 1995.

Residency

Completed their residency at Tufts Medical Center in 1993 and Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center in 1988.

Medical School

Graduated from Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates and Armed Forces Medical College in 1979.

NPI Number

Rakesh K Sindhi's NPI number is 1194794248.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Rakesh Sindhi's office located?
Rakesh Sindhi's office is located at 1300 Jefferson Park Ave Fl 1, Charlottesville, VA, 22903.
Does Rakesh Sindhi accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Rakesh Sindhi accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Rakesh Sindhi accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Rakesh Sindhi has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Rakesh Sindhi affiliated with?
Rakesh Sindhi is affiliated with Upmc Childrens Hospital Of Pittsburgh.
Is Rakesh Sindhi accepting new patients?
Rakesh Sindhi is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Rakesh Sindhi's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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